The Nepali National cricket team has announced its squad of 16 members for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup qualifiers. The team includes experienced players such as
List of Squad:
- Rohit Paudel (Captain)
- Kushal Bhurtel
- Asif Sheikh
- Gyanendra Malla
- Kushal Malla
- Aarif Sheikh
- Dipendra Singh Airee
- Gulshan Jha
- Sompal Kami
- Karan KC
- Sandeep Lamichhane
- Bhim Sarki
- Lalit Rajbanshi
- Pradeep Airee
- Arjun Saud
- Kishore Mahato.
Group Division ICC World Cup Qualifiers 2023
Nepal is placed in Group A for the tournament, along with two-time world champions West Indies, hosts Zimbabwe, the Netherlands, and the United States.
In Group B, there are Sri Lanka, Ireland, Scotland, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates.
| Group A | Group B |
| Nepal | Sri Lanka |
| West Indies | Ireland |
| Zimbabwe | Scotland |
| Netherlands | Oman |
| United States | United Arab Emirates |
Nepal will play its first match against Zimbabwe on June 18th. They will also face the United States on June 20th, West Indies on June 22nd, and the Netherlands on June 24th.
After playing league matches against the other five teams in their respective groups, the top three teams from each group will advance to the Super Six stage. In the Super Six, each team will play against the top three teams from the other group. The top two teams from the Super Six stage will then qualify for the ICC Cricket World Cup, scheduled to be held in India in October-November.
The Nepali national cricket team will travel to South Africa for a three-day training camp to prepare for the tournament. They will also play warm-up matches against Oman and the United Arab Emirates after their arrival from South Africa.
Matches Schedule ICC World Cup Qualifiers 2023 :
| Sunday | June 18 | Nepal vs Zimbabwe USA vs. West Indies | Harare Sports Club Takashinga Cricket Club |
| Monday | June 19 | UAE vs. Sri Lanka Oman vs. Ireland | Queens Sports Club Bulawayo Athletic Club |
| Tuesday | June 20 | Zimbabwe vs. Netherlands Nepal vs. USA | Harare Sports Club Takashinga Cricket Club |
| Wednesday | June 21 | Ireland vs. Scotland UAE vs. Oman | Queens Sports Club Bulawayo Athletic Club |
| Thursday | June 22 | West Indies vs. Nepal USA vs. Netherlands | Harare Sports Club Takashinga Cricket Club |
| Friday | June 23 | Scotland vs UAE Sri Lanka vs. Oman | Bulawayo Athletic Club Queens Sports Club |
| Saturday | June 24 | Netherlands vs Nepal Zimbabwe vs. West Indies | Takashinga Cricket Club Harare Sports Club |
| Sunday | June 25 | Sri Lanka vs Ireland Oman vs. Scotland | Queens Sports Club Bulawayo Athletic Club |
| Monday | June 26 | Zimbabwe vs. USA Netherlands vs. West Indies | Harare Sports Club Takashinga Cricket Club |
| Tuesday | June 27 | Sri Lanka vs. Scotland Ireland vs. UAE | Queens Sports Club Bulawayo Athletic Club |
FAQs
Where and When will the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers take place?
The ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers are scheduled to take place in Zimbabwe. The matches are set to begin in 18 June – 9 July 2023
How many teams are participating in the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers?
A total of 16 teams are participating in the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers.
What is Nepal’s group in the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers?
Nepal is placed in Group A of the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers. This group consists of teams like the West Indies, the host nation Zimbabwe, the Netherlands, and the United States of America.
The Nepali cricket team is set to embark on an exciting journey as they participate in the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers in Zimbabwe. With a talented roster of experienced players, Including Captain Rohit Paudel, Kushal Bhurtel, and Sandeep Lamichhane, Nepal aims to secure a spot in the Super Six stage and Ultimately qualify for the ICC Cricket World Cup in India later this year.
Their challenging group, which includes strong teams like West Indies and the Netherlands, Will test Nepal’s skills and determination. However, With careful preparation, including a training camp in South Africa and Warm-up matches against Oman and the UAE, The team is poised to showcase their cricketing prowess on the International stage.
The match schedule presents a series of thrilling encounters, Where Nepal will face formidable opponents and Strive to emerge victorious. Every match will be a crucial opportunity for the team to prove their Mettle and Secure vital points towards their World Cup aspirations.
As the Nepali team embarks on this cricketing journey, their fans and supporters eagerly await their performances with Anticipation and Optimism. With Dedication, Teamwork, and A fighting spirit, Nepal has the potential to make a significant impact in the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers and pave the way for future successes in International cricket.
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